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1900 Proof

Small Cents · Indian Head Cents · 1859–1909
Key date Proof
Weight3.11 g
Diameter19 mm
MintPhiladelphia
StrikeProof
Mintage 2,262
EdgePlain
Alignment↑↓ Coin
Composition95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc
DesignerJames B. Longacre
Collector's Key IDCK-403

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About this coinHistory

The 1900 proof was struck in approximately 2,262 proofs. The proof marks the beginning of a new century of American coinage. The Mint had been producing proof cents continuously since 1856. A half century of proof production had created a collector tradition that would continue without interruption through the Indian Head's final decade and into the Lincoln era.

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PR-63 Proof (PR)
Frequently Asked QuestionsFAQ
How many 1900 Proof Indian Head Cents were minted?
2,262 were struck.
What is a 1900 Proof Indian Head Cent made of?
95% Copper, 5% Tin & Zinc, weighing 3.11 g.
What is the melt value of a 1900 Proof Indian Head Cent?
Its melt value is its metal content multiplied by the current spot price. See our melt calculator on the metals pages for a live figure.
Is the 1900 Proof Indian Head Cent a key date?
Yes — the 1900 Proof Indian Head Cent is considered a key date in the Indian Head Cents series and commands a strong premium.